FAQ

Understanding Chibi AI

What is Chibi AI?

Chibi AI is an advanced AI writing engine that stands apart from conventional AI writing applications. It's designed to be both accessible for beginners and deeply customizable for experienced users. What makes Chibi unique is its approach to AI-assisted content creation - it works alongside you rather than attempting to replace your creative process. With features like custom actions, roles, and document memory, Chibi empowers you to create content that truly reflects your voice and expertise.

How does Chibi AI differ from other AI platforms?

Chibi distinguishes itself through several key features:

  • A familiar document editor interface rather than chat-based interactions

  • Customizable AI roles that can be tailored to your specific needs

  • Powerful action system for creating reusable workflows

  • Document and global memory for maintaining context

  • Direct control over AI model selection and costs

  • Integration with multiple AI providers through OpenRouter

What is AI and how does Chibi use it?

Artificial Intelligence in Chibi works as an intelligent assistant that understands natural language and helps with various content creation tasks. Rather than simply generating generic content, Chibi's AI capabilities are designed to work collaboratively with you, learning from the context you provide and adapting to your specific needs and writing style.

Benefits and Use Cases

Why should I use Chibi for content creation?

Chibi offers several compelling advantages:

  1. Enhanced Productivity: Automate routine writing tasks while maintaining quality, allowing you to focus on strategy and creativity.

  2. Customization: Create specific AI roles and actions tailored to your exact needs, ensuring consistent output that matches your voice.

  3. Context Awareness: Using document and global memory, Chibi maintains awareness of your project's context, producing more relevant and accurate content.

  4. Cost Control: With the "bring your own OpenRouter key" model, you have complete control over AI usage costs and model selection.

What types of content can I create with Chibi?

Chibi supports a wide range of content creation needs:

  • Blog posts and articles

  • Marketing copy and social media content

  • Technical documentation

  • Creative writing and storytelling

  • Email communications

  • Business reports and analyses

  • Product descriptions

  • Educational content

You can use Chibi's blueprints for structured content under 1,000 words, or leverage actions for larger projects, including entire books.

Getting Started

How do I begin using Chibi AI?

Getting started with Chibi is straightforward:

  1. Sign up with your Google account at chibi.ai

  2. Create an OpenRouter account and obtain your API key

  3. Enter your OpenRouter key during Chibi's onboarding

  4. Begin with a 3-day trial to explore all features

  5. Access the in-app help resources for guidance

How do I choose the right AI model?

Chibi integrates with OpenRouter to provide access to various AI models. Here are some recommended options:

  • GPT-4o and GPT-3.5 Turbo: Excellent all-around performers

  • Mixtral 8×7b-Instruct: Strong general-purpose model

  • StripedHyena-Nous-7b: Good for creative tasks

  • Perplexity models: Ideal for research and fact-checking

Consider experimenting with different models to find what works best for your specific needs.

Pricing and Plans

What are the subscription options and costs?

Chibi offers one simplified plan:

  • $29/month or $290/year

  • 3-day full-access trial (no credit card required)

  • 25% discount offered during the trial period

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

How does the token pricing work?

Chibi uses a transparent "bring your own OpenRouter key" approach:

  • Token costs are between you and OpenRouter directly

  • No premium markup on token costs from Chibi

  • Complete control over your AI usage and expenses

  • Flexibility to choose from various AI models based on your budget

  • Token costs can be as low as $0.20 per million tokens (approximately 750,000 words)

Security and Support

How secure is my data in Chibi?

Chibi takes security seriously:

  • Content is stored with strict access controls

  • Your data is not used for AI model training

  • API keys are stored with encryption

  • Secure, encrypted connections for AI communications

What support resources are available?

Chibi provides comprehensive support:

  • In-app help widget with extensive documentation

  • Introduction videos for quick onboarding

  • Active community for peer support and feature discussions

  • Direct support ticket system for technical or billing issues

  • Regular platform updates based on user feedback

Technical Considerations

What are the system requirements?

Chibi is a web-based application compatible with modern browsers:

  • Chrome

  • Safari

  • Brave (disable shields for *.chibi.ai)

  • Edge

  • Firefox

Note: Some browser extensions, particularly security or ad-blocking tools, may need to be adjusted for optimal performance.

Does Chibi support multiple languages?

While the Chibi interface is in English, content creation supports multiple languages depending on the AI model chosen. Models like GPT-4 Turbo support a wide range of languages, while others may focus on more common languages.

Content Quality and Accuracy

How can I ensure quality in AI-generated content?

Chibi provides several tools for maintaining content quality:

  • Document memory for maintaining factual accuracy

  • Custom roles for consistent tone and style

  • Multiple AI models for different content needs

  • Built-in editing and revision capabilities

Is AI-generated content reliable?

While AI can occasionally make factual errors, Chibi provides tools to minimize this:

  • Use of document memory for accurate context

  • Access to web-connected models for current information

  • Easy editing capabilities for human oversight

  • Multiple AI models for cross-checking information

Remember that AI is a tool to enhance your content creation process, not replace human judgment and expertise.

Additional Features

Can I share my custom setups with others?

Yes, Chibi allows you to export and share:

  • Custom actions

  • AI roles

  • Snippets

  • Variables

This makes it easy to collaborate with team members or share successful workflows with the Chibi community.

How does Chibi handle team or enterprise use?

While Chibi is sold on a per-seat basis, it supports team use through:

  • Individual subscriptions for team members

  • Exportable workflows, roles, and context for consistency

Note: we're not currently supporting enterprise uses. We're focused on individuals and small teams.

For any questions not covered here, please reach out through the help widget in the lower-left corner of the Chibi interface or join our community discussions.

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